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100 1 _aWood, William,
_d1864-1947
245 1 0 _aCaptains of the Civil War: A Chronicle of the Blue and the Gray
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2001
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aChronicles of America series; v. 31
500 _aRelease date is 2001-05-01
508 _aProduced by Alev Akman, Diane Beane, James J. Kelly Library of St. Gregory's University and Robert J. Hall
520 _a"Captains of the Civil War: A Chronicle of the Blue and the Gray" by William Wood is a historical account published in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the early events of the American Civil War, highlighting the key military leaders and their battles, particularly emphasizing the conflict between the Union and Confederate forces. It provides insights into the complexities of the war, including political undercurrents and military strategies, focusing on personalities like General Robert E. Lee and Major Anderson. The opening of the chronicle expertly sets the stage for the ornate tapestry of narratives that follow, delving into the backdrop of secession and political maneuvering leading to the war. It begins with the tensions surrounding Fort Sumter in South Carolina, where Major Robert Anderson, the Union commander, makes a stand against the mounting Confederate forces. Wood details the dynamics of the conflict, including pivotal moments such as the capture of Fort Sumter and how subsequent engagements unfolded in Charleston and Pensacola, rapidly escalating tensions in the region. The narrative also touches on key figures like W.T. Sherman and the emotional turmoil of leaders like Robert E. Lee during this uncertain time, establishing a gripping framework for the exploration of the Civil War's early years. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2649
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